Dr. Markey W. Pierré Shares Her Best Tips and Strategies for Successful Negotiations in Her New Book
Dr. Markey W. Pierré, DBA Vice Chancellor of External Affairs and Chief of Staff, LSU Health Sciences Center lifetime commitment to professional excellence, community service, and good public policy has led to substantive progress for the State of Louisiana in many areas, including K-12 and higher education, construction, health care, maritime law, and municipal government.
During her 20 plus year career as a successful business owner and executive, author, motivational speaker, lobbyist, and adjunct professor, Dr. Pierré’s philosophy of inclusive leadership resulted in pioneering legislation that has had far-reaching positive consequences for generations to come. Markey has been afforded amazing opportunities placing her amongst the brightest and best in business and politics. “I’ve been so grateful, yet perplexed. It’s safe to say, 95% of those years, I’ve been the only woman and/or woman of color in these environments. I’ve presented before thousands, and a face reflective of mine rarely looked back at me. This drives me to help my fellow ladies position themselves for success while being more than qualified in these settings.”
Passionate about helping bridge the gap for professional women and professional women of color in nontraditional settings, and knowing that now, more than ever, women are seeking guidance from an experienced mentor with a proven track record and one that’s willing to be a resource. Markey shares her best tips and strategies for successful negotiations in her book, The Beautiful Deal.
The Beautiful Deal is a digital resource equipping today’s modern, professional woman for conversations that require her to be confident while working to ensure all parties walk away feeling as if they have struck a deal of a lifetime. Each concept and stance builds on the next and equips any novice negotiator with strategies and expectations with great clarity and precision. It is also a resource that professionals can use to quickly address ever-changing situations and remain prepared for the next meeting, contract, or salary negotiation. The Beautiful Deal is written for international audiences to fully understand and comprehend.
Markey shares that she has received phenomenal feedback regarding the guide. “One comment stands out amongst the hundreds I’ve received,” she says. “A woman shared how she was instantly encouraged to speak up for what she wanted and what she was worth in a way that made her more desirable for all parties in the negotiation. She knew how to not be too aggressive and dominant yet bold and confident.”
Markey pours into women each month and provides real-time tips and encouragement for today’s culture through her blog. “I would love for women from across the globe to subscribe to my blog,” she says. When asked if she had any top recommendations for today’s modern, professional woman, she replied, “My top recommendation is to let go of your misconceptions before you enter any professional relationships or atmospheres.”
Readers can purchase a copy of The Beautiful Deal and connect with Markey by visiting her website: www.markeywpierre.com
